A Little Goes A Long Way: Tips for Employee Appreciation

Office culture is a hot topic. Quality employees can be hard to find, and the high costs of hiring and training are causing employers to recognize the importance of investing in culture. Even small acts of appreciation can go a long way in keeping your team productive and happy.

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While employee appreciation day was formally in March, we keep recognition top of mind at PaySimple all year round. Are you looking for ideas to show your employees that you appreciate their hard work? We surveyed our employees and customers to understand their favorite ways to recognize others and be recognized.

Here’s what we found – feel free to steal some ideas for your own business!

Surprising someone with a coffee or breakfast. – Kristina

Public kudos, handwritten notes, high fives! – Mel

Candidly (and with a smile) tell them in a face-to-face setting just how much you appreciate them. – Matt

By listening to them and making sure I understand what they are trying to communicate. – Andy

Amanda is the Marketing Automation Manager at PaySimple responsible for email marketing strategy, development and optimization. In addition to a well-executed marketing campaign, Amanda loves outdoor activities in all of Colorado’s seasons, dog kisses and concerts.